Irish boy name
Bres Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Bres means beautiful. From Old Irish bres, a name traditionally linked to beauty, borne by a half-Fomorian king.
Bres was the handsome king of the Tuatha Dé Danann, the son of a Fomorian father, who took the kingship after Nuada lost his arm in battle. His reign was marked by harsh rule and meanness, and his people turned against him, forcing his removal. The name is traditionally linked with beauty. The story of Bres is a lesson on how a leader should behave, and he is an interesting figure. Bres is short, sharp and not often used, and it would suit parents who like unusual one-syllable names with real folklore behind them.
Variants of Bres
BreasBress
Bres popularity: Ireland vs the US
Bres does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bres mean?
Bres means "beautiful". From Old Irish bres, a name traditionally linked to beauty, borne by a half-Fomorian king.
How do you pronounce Bres?
Bres is pronounced BRESH.
What is the origin of Bres?
Bres is of Irish origin. From Old Irish bres, a name traditionally linked to beauty, borne by a half-Fomorian king.